BIOO 115N - Practical Botany

Credit(s): 3

An introduction to the principles of botany, this course covers plants, their structure, growth and taxonomy as related to manipulation and utilization with emphasis on the identification and uses of local native plants. (Spring Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes

Explain the basic structural characteristics of plants.
Use keys and guides for the identification of plants.
Recognize local useful plants.
Recognize examples of local plants useful for food, dyes and medicinal purposes.
Use references to access information relative to plant uses.
Apply scientific concepts and methods of inquiry.